In this program, Dr. Wein, MD, PHD of Massachusetts General Hospital and Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School will be discussing new treatments under investigation used to treat osteoporosis. These advancing potential new osteoporosis therapies will be accelerated due to the FDA’s approval of Bone Mineral Density as the primary endpoint for new medications based on the SABRE recommendations. Previously, approval was based on fracture prevention, which prolonged drug development and hindered innovative research into new medications. This is an exciting change for osteoporosis research.

Here is the link to the Wein Laboratory https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZgVEWaRSe8 (where some of the latest technology is currently taking place.) 3/2026 Here is a link to an article printed about the new oral medication currently under testing, SK-124 https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/973616#:~:text=Wein%20and%20his%20colleagues%20generated,%2C%20and%20Radius%20Health%2C%20Inc.

Dr. Marc Wein is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and an Associate Member of the Broad Institute. Marc received his B.S. and M.S. from Yale University, M.D. and Ph.D. from Harvard Medical School, and was trained in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology at Massachusetts General Hospital where he currently runs his research laboratory and practices as an endocrinologist.

Take a listen and learn how eating a holistic, whole foods diet (any one of the 3 he mentions) can create real changes to your bone health. Diet may even prevent stress from affecting your bones!

Today we visit with Liam Fouhy, as he presents "Nutrients for Bone Health". I learned about Liam’s work from reading about the study he did on Calcium-Magnesium ratios. In this podcast, Liam shares how everyday lifestyle and nutrition choices influence bone health as we age, and why focusing on one's overall diet—matters greatly for bone strength. He will also highlight how chronic stress may quietly undermine bone health and offer some practical guidance that will you to shape bone improved outcomes. Liam Fouhy is a Research Scientist and Biostatistician as well as an adjunct Biomedical and Nutrition Sciences professor with a focus on public health, nutrition, and disease prevention. His work examines how lifestyle factors—such as diet, physical activity, and metabolic health—influence bone strength and overall aging outcomes. Liam is especially interested in translating scientific research into practical, evidence-based guidance that people can use in their everyday lives. He enjoys working with community groups to help make complex health topics understandable, actionable, and relevant.

After hearing Shelley speak previously, I made several meaningful changes to my own habits. Her approach is practical, evidence-based, and refreshingly clear. I invited her to share these concise, actionable concepts with all of you—core principles that support bone-healthy nutrition and smart supplementation.

Shelley Weiss Miller is a Peer Educator for the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF). Diagnosed with osteoporosis at age 56, Shelley is passionate about helping individuals with osteoporosis and osteopenia take control of their bone health through reliable, research-driven information.

Shelley is a Certified Personal Trainer through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and is BoneFit™-Trained through BHOF, providing her with specialized expertise in working safely and effectively with individuals who have low bone mass or osteoporosis. She currently works at RWJ Fitness & Wellness in Hamilton, New Jersey.

In this session, Shelley breaks down bone-healthy eating in a way that is approachable, realistic, and empowering—focusing on strategies you can actually use.

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We polled our members and identified seven individuals who achieved meaningful improvements in their bone density this year. Each participant shares the specific changes they made across nutrition, supplements, fitness, medications, and/or hormone therapy. This segment is a powerful testament to self-advocacy, informed decision-making, and what’s possible with a knowledge-based mindset and a will to win.

Bravo—let’s follow the lead of Erin, Janet, Maryellen, Kristin, Julianne, Kim, and Ann.

2:30 – Erin Focus: Hormones, nutrition, supplements, fitness 2024 T-scores: TH –2.3; SP –3.9 HRT: Estradiol patch, oral progesterone, added testosterone gel Nutrition: Vegan; increased protein to ~100 g/day (98% plant-based) Supplements: Calcium, D, K2, Mg, boron, berberine, soy/isoflavones, silica, omega-3s, occasional DHEA Fitness: Weight training added 6 months post-diagnosis (Onero-style) 2025 T-scores: TH –1.6; SP –3.2

10:18 – Janet Focus: Osteopenia, nutrition, supplements, hormones, fitness 2024 T-scores: TH –2.7; SP –1.1 History: Long-term osteopenia; discontinued early meds due to side effects Nutrition: Protein at every meal (pumpkin seed powder, eggs, yogurt) Supplements: DHEA, amino acids, vitamin C, creatine, D3/K2 (no calcium) HRT: Oral estradiol, progesterone, testosterone cream Fitness: Transitioned from endurance training to weight lifting, kettlebells, trainer sessions 2025 T-scores: TH –2.6; SP –0.8

18:49 – Maryellen Focus: Hormones, LiftMor-style training, nutrition HRT: Previously used; discontinued due to side effects Fitness: Onero-style training with major strength gains Nutrition/Supplements: Higher-protein diet (milk, cottage cheese, yogurt, eggs); vitamin D, calcium 2025 T-scores: TH –2.5

25:48 – Kristin Focus: Osteoporosis, medication trial, fitness 2024 T-scores: TH –2.9; SP –4.4 Medication: Evenity (monthly) + Forteo (daily) Fitness: Walking and hand-weight training Supplements: Vitamin D3 2025 T-scores: TH –2.8; SP –3.9

33:08 – Julianne Focus: Nutrition, supplements, fitness, HRT 2021 T-scores: FN –2.3; TH –2.2; SP –2.6 2023 T-scores: FN –2.3; TH –2.1; SP –3.0 Medication: Trialed Fosamax; discontinued Nutrition: Plant-forward, nutrient-dense diet with occasional animal products Supplements: Osteo Naturals products plus biotin, vitamin C, ALA, berberine Fitness: Strength training, OsteoGains jump program, Pilates, yoga, step aerobics, horseback riding (weighted vest) HRT: Estradiol patch + micronized progesterone 2025 T-scores: FN –2.3; TH –2.1; SP –2.8

42:28 – Kim Focus: Osteoporosis, medications, fitness 2022 T-scores: TH –2.8; SP –3.6 Medication: Tymlos (18 months) → Prolia Nutrition: Increased protein; protein powder, milk with dinner Supplements: Vitamin D, calcium Fitness: Hiking, biking, yoga; added weight-bearing lifts with trainer 2025 T-scores: TH –2.2; SP –2.2; FN slight decline

49:40 – Ann Focus: Osteoporosis, medications, nutrition, fitness 2023 T-scores: SP –3.6; TH –1.5; FN –3.0 Evenity (1 year): SP –2.5; TH –1.2; FN –2.6 Reclast (2024): SP –2.4; TH stable; FN –2.4 Nutrition: Tracks nutrients (Cronometer); leafy greens; high-protein tofu Supplements: Vegan protein Fitness: Weight lifting; modified LiftMor-style training

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